Kingdom Guardian Party Pahlavi advocates

Foreign Policy

 Revitalizing Iran’s Diplomacy ​

  • RGP will advocate to revitalize Iran’s diplomacy to ensure that Iran remains a pivotal power in the Middle East and a principled force for peace and prosperity. ​
  • Diplomacy should be the tool of first resort, and RGP will ensure professionals are better prepared to advance Iran’s interests. ​
  • RGP will promote a new generation of Iranians in the Foreign Service, reflecting the country’s diversity. ​
  • Alliances are seen as irreplaceable, multiplying influence, spreading reach, and advancing shared interests. ​
  • RGP will repair and reinvent alliances to deal with new challenges, rooted in shared democratic values. ​
  • Developing shared responses to non-military threats like disinformation and corruption will be prioritized. ​

 

International Institutions

  • RGP believes Iran’s security and prosperity are enhanced by leading in shaping international rules and institutions. ​
  • Foreign assistance and development programs are powerful tools for promoting security and prosperity. ​
  • RGP will advocate for resources and reforms to multiply the impact of foreign assistance, incorporating local perspectives for lasting impact. ​

 

Transforming Iran’s Armed Forces ​

  • Rebuilding Iran’s military is essential for protecting territories and supporting peace in the Middle East. ​
  • RGP will advocate for a rationalized defense budget, investing in future forces and technologies. ​
  • RGP supports ending wars in the region, prioritizing diplomatic and intelligence tools over immediate military action. ​
  • Iran’s military should be the best-trained, best-equipped, and most effective force in the region. ​
  • Investments in technology and forces that meet future threats, including cyber, space, and AI, will be prioritized. ​

Defense Spending

  • RGP will advocate for a strong defense, learning from Israel’s model. ​
  • The force should reflect Iran’s diversity, treating service members, veterans, and families with dignity. ​
  • Support for military families, including health care, housing, and education, will be advocated.

 

Climate Change

  • Climate change will be integrated into foreign policy and national security strategies. ​
  • Collaborative, science-based approaches will be used to protect oceans and address climate change. ​
  • RGP will work with global leaders to increase investments in clean energy and climate resilience. ​

 

Technology

  • RGP will advocate for rules governing technology, ensuring innovations are bound by law, ethics, and civil liberties. ​
  • Principles of an open internet and net neutrality will be supported. ​
  • Secure 5G networks and addressing cyber threats will be priorities. ​

 

Nonproliferation

  • RGP believes in preventing the spread of nuclear, chemical, and biological weapons. ​
  • Iran’s nuclear technology should deter and retaliate against nuclear attacks. ​
  • Strengthening the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of nuclear weapons and maintaining a moratorium on nuclear testing will be advocated. ​

 

Terrorism

  • RGP will maintain a vigilant focus on counterterrorism, adapting strategies to evolving threats. ​
  • Diplomatic, law enforcement, and intelligence tools will be prioritized to address violent extremism. ​

 

Human Rights

  • Democracy and human rights will be central to foreign policy. ​
  • Gender equality, reproductive health, and rights will be prioritized. ​
  • Freedom of religion, speech, and press will be defended. ​
  • Efforts to combat human trafficking and modern-day slavery will be strengthened. ​

 

Advancing Iran’s Interests ​

  • RGP will fight for Iranian jobs and ensure fair trade. ​
  • Strong and enforceable standards for labor, human rights, and the environment in trade agreements will be insisted upon. ​
  • Anti-corruption will be a priority in foreign policy. ​
  • RGP believes in pragmatic diplomacy for a peaceful, stable, and free Middle East. ​
  • Relations with Gulf partners will be reset to advance mutual interests and values. ​
  • A strong, secure, and democratic Israel is vital to Iran’s interests. ​
  • Diplomatic ties with Palestinians will be advocated to end the conflict. ​
  • A democratic and prosperous relationship with Europe is vital. ​
  • RGP will advocate for a healthy economic relationship, enhancing coordination on technology, trade, and investment. ​
  • Joint efforts with European partners will be pursued for mutual benefits. ​